By Mercy Darko
President Akufo-Addo says he will not change his focus on transforming the economy by investing in the educational sector, stressing that nothing will make him change his mind about the Free SHS and other initiatives.
Addressing participants at the First Special Congregation for the Conferment of Honorary Degrees by the Valley View University in Accra, President Akufo-Addo said he is confident of a brighter future. President Akufo-Addo, who received a citation for his leadership role and commitment to sustainable development for the nation, pledged his support to the University.
Established in 1979 by the West African Union Mission of Seventh Day Adventist, Valley View University has over the years focused on being a leading center of excellence for value-based Christian education with a commitment to attain high standards and expectations.
President Akufo-Addo commended the university for being a trailblazer in the educational space. The decision to invest in the sector remains unwavering, stressing that nothing will make him change his mind about the Free SHS Policy.
In a remark, Vice Chancellor of Valley View University William Kofi Koomson said it is an honour for the University to confer honorary degrees on deserving individuals both locally and on the international front. Prof. Koomsom said Seventh-day Adventist Education is poised to churn out leaders who will transform society.
The congregation focused on Maintaining Excellence, Integrity and Service in an era of Global Instability and Permissiveness.